Francesca Liberatore FW25: The Art of Knowing How to See

“Art does not reproduce what is visible, but makes visible what is not always so”: with this quote by Paul Klee as a backdrop, the designer’s new collection is a tribute to art itself, to imagination and curiosity — traits of childhood, but never more necessary than in a world that sometimes demands us to be overly grown-up.

Francesca Liberatore FW25

Moodboard

Fashion is freedom of expression, a desire to take risks and be guided by the ever-changing nature of creativity. Through the corridors of the Istituto Milano Spiga, a collection bursts with life — vibrant in color, bold in its mix of cuts, patterns, and fabrics, sentimental and visionary. Reality becomes a synonym for possibility, opening both eyes and heart to what the mind already knows, as written on the show’s invitation, charging itself with spontaneous emotions and a profound passion for beauty.

Francesca Liberatore FW25

Our Favorite Looks

The interplay of colors, shapes, and patterns showcases the designer’s expertise in a fun, almost dreamlike mix & match. The longing for lightness, for dreaming and letting go, comes alive through flowing skirts, sleeveless vests, college-style jackets, schoolboy shorts, and handcrafted hats. The collection also features coats, oversized scarves, fitted pants, and playful suits — a true explosion of joy.

Francesca Liberatore FW25

Details

Checked fabrics, animal prints, lace bombers, ribbed velvet suits, blazers, maxi coats with equally maxi collars, pleated skirts, and bags and clutches in DHL-inspired colors (the show’s partner). The color palette ranges from blue to yellow, with shades of gray, pink, black, and brown in between. Feminine shoes, stripes, and soft silhouettes wrap the body in a newfound sense of gentle softness.

Francesca Liberatore FW25

Beauty

The runway makeup is luminous and natural, with the entire focus on the eyes, emphasized by a soft brown stripe. Defined brows and nude lips complete the look. The standout feature is the hairstyle: stiff, upward-reaching braids, rebellious and playful, reminiscent of Pippi Longstocking. It’s a true game of self-expression, limitless — just like our imagination.